Mahmoud Cherif Bassiouni was a distinguished expert in war crimes and international law. His work focused on the law of armed conflict, human rights, and international criminal justice. Bassiouni engaged with complex international cases, advocating for justice on a global scale. His extensive experience and dedication to law made him a pivotal figure in the field of international law.
Historical Evolution and Contemporary Application
Focusing on the historical progression of crimes against humanity, this book offers a detailed legal analysis and explores the subject matter's evolution. It examines significant cases and legal frameworks that have shaped the understanding and prosecution of these crimes, providing insights into their implications in both historical and contemporary contexts.
M Cherif Bassiouni was a towering figure in international law. He was personally connected to some of the most historically relevant moments of the past century: the Suez War; the Camp David Accords; the fall of Muammar el-Qaddafi in Libya and the establishment of the International Criminal Court. A true global citizen - raised in Egypt, educated in Europe and emigrated to the United States - his life cut across cultures and religions. This fascinating memoir gives an immediate and personal eye-witness account of the operation of international events during a tumultuous period.
The book serves as a comprehensive sourcebook in international criminal law, featuring digests of 320 conventions along with essential treaty information. It organizes relevant penal provisions into 25 subject categories, supplemented by introductory notes for clarity. Additionally, it includes two indexes—one chronological and the other regional—to facilitate navigation. This structured approach makes it an invaluable resource for legal professionals and scholars in the field.
This innovative and important book applies classical Sunni Muslim legal and religious doctrine to contemporary issues surrounding armed conflict. In doing so it shows that the shari'a and Islamic law are not only compatible with contemporary international human rights law and international humanitarian law norms, but are appropriate for use in Muslim societies.
This book analyses Egypt's 2011 Revolution, highlighting the struggle for freedom, justice, and human dignity in the face of economic and social problems, and an on-going military regime.